Who is Design Australia Group?
Design Australia Group is the trusted design firm behind some of Australia’s fastest-growing builders. Each year, we design over 700 homes, support $350M+ in builder contracts, and maintain a 90%+ retention rate. We’re builder-aligned, system-driven, and focused on removing bottlenecks so our clients can scale with confidence.
Why choose Design Australia Group over an architectural firm?
- Helped builders grow from 20 → 400 homes per year
- Supported clients scaling past $100M revenue
- 700+ homes designed annually, supporting $350M+ in builder contract value, with 150+ years of combined design experience Unlike architect-led firms, our focus is speed, accuracy, and scalability — turning design into a growth engine, not a bottleneck.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. Design Australia Group is fully licensed by the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC Licence No. 1181286). To maintain this licence, we undergo accountant-prepared financial reporting under QBCC’s Minimum Financial Requirements (MFR) — proving financial stability and solvency. Our Directors also hold individual Open Builder Licences, and we maintain comprehensive professional indemnity insurance.
Why this protects builders too: Many drafting firms operate without this level of licensing or financial accountability. By partnering with DAG, you’re backed by compliance, financial security, and insurance protection — every project is delivered responsibly and with confidence.
How long does a typical project take?
- Standard designs: ~5 working days
- Custom or complex scopes: ~10 working days Timeframes depend on project inputs and compliance requirements.
How does Design Australia Group support industry growth?
Beyond delivering for our builder clients, we invest in the future of the industry. Through the Design Australia Academy, we’re helping to establish drafting as a recognised technical trade and creating clearer career pathways for the next generation of designers.
What locations do you service?
- QLD, NSW, ACT, WA, NT → active regions (limited placements available)
- VIC, SA, TAS → priority waitlists (spots opening soon)
- See service map for details.
Who owns the designs? (Copyright/IP)
- Redrawing or modifying plans without written consent = copyright breach
- “% changes” don’t avoid infringement — copyright is based on substantial similarity
- Builder usage is licensed through agreements that clearly define scope and permissions
Why is a site survey important?
- Accuracy → confirms topography, boundaries, services
- Compliance → zoning, easements, overlays identified early
- Risk management → soil, drainage, and site conditions understood
- Efficiency → reduces waste, prevents rework, streamlines approvals
Why this protects builders too: Surveys protect your budget, schedule, and reputation. By removing unknowns early, you avoid costly rework and minimise disputes with certifiers, councils, and trades down the track.
Do you work directly with homeowners?
No — we partner exclusively with builders and developers. This focus allows us to deliver scalable systems, speed, and accuracy at volume — outcomes not possible in one-off retail projects.
That said, as part of our builder support services, we do meet with new homeowners via scheduled online sessions (Teams/Zoom) on behalf of our builder clients. These design brief meetings ensure the builder’s clients feel heard, variations are captured clearly, and projects move forward without delays — strengthening both the builder–homeowner relationship and the construction pipeline.
